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In our spare time, many of us devote our energy to our favorite crafts. Our writers share your enthusiasm for crafting, and have the experience to help you improve on your techniques.

How To Crochet a Poolside Coaster

 
 
 
 
 
July 4, 2008
By Cherie Durbin
Crocheting this whimsical coaster is easy with my free pattern!Materials:Small amounts worsted weight yarn in blue, white and redSize H crochet hookGauge: 2 rounds of dc=1"Size:...

How To Make a Princess Hat

 
 
 
 
 
July 1, 2008
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By Melissa Howard
Use inexpensive, simple materials available at any craft supply store to make a charming hat for your little princess.

How To Make a Kaleidoscope

 
 
 
 
 
June 24, 2008
By Cassandra Seveny
Kaleidoscopes are a great activity for kids to enjoy on a rainy day or anytime they need a craft project. With a few minutes and household objects, you can have fun and create...

How To Make a Pew Bow

 
 
 
 
 
June 24, 2008
By Cassandra Seveny
It’s easy to dress up a church pew for a wedding or special occasion with a few simple ribbons and flowers. If you want to add your own special touch to the rows of pews or decorate...

How To Make Planes with Soda Cans

 
 
 
 
 
June 23, 2008
By Cassandra Seveny
Is your recycling bin overflowing with soda cans? Or are you just looking for a fun project on a Saturday afternoon? Consider putting those soda cans to good use and make some...

How To Make a Paper Shuriken

 
 
 
 
 
June 2, 2008
By Guilherme Giovannini
With this tutorial I expect to teach you how to make your own paper shuriken (ninja throwing star).First of all you will need two squared sheets of paper. The shuriken is made...

How To Use Kids' Modeling Clay

 
 
 
 
 
May 30, 2008
By Danelle Karth
Kids' modeling clay can make for a great day, especially a rainy one! With a few great options, you can have kids that are having a ball and so full of excitement as they play...

How To Make Paper Flowers from Facial Tissues

 
 
 
 
 
May 30, 2008
By Danelle Karth
You can make beautiful flowers to decorate a wide range of items or you can help your kids make beautiful paper flowers from facial tissues. It is simple, fun, and you can even...

How To Make a Photo Album

 
 
 
 
 
May 28, 2008
By Cassandra Seveny
Photo albums offer the opportunity for organizing your memories and creating gifts for friends and family. Make a statement with your photo collections by creating a low cost personalized...

How To Make a Japanese Fan

 
 
 
 
 
May 28, 2008
By Cassandra Seveny
The Sensu Japanese fan is popular and folds for easy use. To create this traditional fan you will need the following: Materials: 2 - 14" x 17" sheets of thin white paper...

How To Make a Wallet Liner

 
 
 
 
 
May 28, 2008
By Cassandra Seveny
Your wallet may be the home of your money and the photos of those you hold dear, but it is often bland and boring. Spice up the wallet by individualizing the interior design or...

How To Make Silly Putty

 
 
 
 
 
May 12, 2008
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By Zach Bauguess
Silly putty is a fun substance for everyone involved. Use this simple recipe to create your own batch of this gooey craft favorite.

How To Make a Flower Press

 
 
 
 
 
May 5, 2008
By Danelle Karth
You can easily make your own flower press so that you can press flowers, petals, leaves, and other plant matter for use in beautiful crafts.

How To Use a Bead Board in Jewelry Making

 
 
 
 
 
April 3, 2008
By Danelle Karth
A bead board is a great tool for making jewelry. It helps you organize, create wonderful jewelry, and make sure you have the right length.

How To Make a Kite

 
 
 
 
 
March 31, 2008
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By Bronwyn Harris
Kites may seem old fashioned, but they can still be a fun way for a family to spend time with one another. Flying a kite requires nothing more than a kite and some wind. Making...

How To Face Paint

 
 
 
 
 
March 21, 2008
By Danelle Karth
The art of face painting has long been one of great joy. It amuses children of many ages, and while some can do it better than others, face painting on some level can be done by...

How To Make Bath Salts

 
 
 
 
 
March 14, 2008
By Danelle Karth
With a few simple ingredients and a touch of time you can have fantastic bath salts. You can take these salts and use them, give them, and in some cases even sell them!

How To Make a Living at Stained Glass or Any Craft Medium

 
 
 
 
 
March 3, 2008
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By Mark Stine
Mark Stine has operated a successful one-person craft business for over 30 years. Learn how to take your craft from a part-time hobby to a self-supporting enterprise.

How To Roast Your Own Coffee at Home

 
 
 
 
 
February 20, 2008
By Bob Derry
Home coffee roasting springs from consumer's awareness and interest in fresh, natural, and un-processed foods. This article introduces seven simple steps to home roasting.

How To Make Drop Earrings

 
 
 
 
 
February 19, 2008
By Danelle Karth
Drop earrings are lovely, simple, and come in a wide range of styles. They are also simple to make, inexpensive, and give you a lot of options!

How To Share Digital Photos

 
 
 
 
 
February 7, 2008
By Jason Kay
You can still hand-deliver photographs, but other means of sharing your photos have increased ten-fold.

How To Make Christmas Gifts

 
 
 
 
 
December 14, 2007
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By Bronwyn Harris
Unfortunately, not all of us have the resources to buy the Christmas gifts that we wish we could buy for our loved ones. However, Christmas gifts are not all about money spent!...

How To Sell Your Photos

 
 
 
 
 
December 6, 2007
By Jason Kay
Learn how to earn some extra cash by selling your photos.

How To Build a Paper Airplane

 
 
 
 
 
December 4, 2007
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By Alessandra Leonhardt
For those of you who are bored at home or would just like to see this amazing paper airplane fly, here is a model that is really simple to make and that planes very well. It is...

How To Make a Memory Tee Shirt Quilt

 
 
 
 
 
November 26, 2007
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By Marion Cornett
If you are looking for a way to wrap your child in love when he or she leaves for camp, or off to college, or leaving home for the first time, look no further. Spend an evening...

How To Make a Statue in Photoshop

 
 
 
 
 
November 7, 2007
By Nataly Tikhonovich
In this tutorial you will learn how to create a statue in Photoshop. This will be done with layers and layers modes, a photo of a girl and stone texture.

How To Make Gak

 
 
 
 
 
October 18, 2007
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By Zach Bauguess
Make an excellent batch of gak with this simple recipe. Children love to play with this simple and slimy mixture that can be made with just a few household ingredients!

How To Create a Bed Canopy

 
 
 
 
 
October 9, 2007
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By Patrick Smith
This fun Saturday project will make your daughter feel like a princess. A bed canopy will add pizazz to that otherwise boring bed.

How To Make Playdoh

 
 
 
 
 
October 9, 2007
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By Zach Bauguess
This simple recipe explains how to make a batch of homemade playdoh. Follow these steps and your playdoh is sure to be a hit!

How To Reuse Altoids Tins

 
 
 
 
 
October 8, 2007
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By Patrick Smith
Have some Altoids tins lying around? Here are a few fun projects.

How To Take Better Winter Photographs

 
 
 
 
 
October 5, 2007
By Donald L. Fink
In the winter, when the weather is harsh, the days short and cold, photography can be as rewarding as any other time of year. A few winter tips are all that's needed to make any...

How To Make and Read a Weather Rock

 
 
 
 
 
October 3, 2007
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By George Gilbert
Predicting weather is a gamble at best since the only truth about any forecast is that it's wrong. With your own weather rock you will always know what's going on outside.

How To Buy Circular Knitting Needles

 
 
 
 
 
September 24, 2007
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By Bronwyn Harris
A guide to how to choose the best circular knitting needles for your knitting project!

How To Paint in Reverse on Glass

 
 
 
 
 
September 21, 2007
By Sally Willson
Wouldn't you like to paint a picture of someone you love doing something that he loves? I can tell you exactly how to do just that. This isn't hard, so don't worry about talent!

How To Turn Rocks into Art

 
 
 
 
 
August 23, 2007
By Lin Wellford
Maybe you can't draw a straight line. Maybe you have not picked up a paint brush since you were a grade school kid. That doesn't mean mean you have no talent. Perhaps you just...

How To Store Scrapbooks

 
 
 
 
 
August 20, 2007
By Amy Friedl
Preserving your memories shouldn't be lost in something as simple as storage. Following some easy tips will ensure that your scrapbooks are safe from damage!

How To Make an LED Ice Ball

 
 
 
 
 
August 6, 2007
By Liam Fiton
The LED ice bulb is very cheap and simple to make and the result looks absolutely amazing. These instructions are very basic and very simple to follow!

How To Make Dish Soap

 
 
 
 
 
February 26, 2007
By Carrie Grosvenor
If you have allergies or your skin gets dried out from using purchased dish soap, making your own dish soap is simple and effective. There are a few different ways make dish soap,...

How To Make Floating Candles

 
 
 
 
 
December 30, 2006
By L. Shepherd
Floating candles are lovely to have for occasions such as weddings and parties or they can simply dress up a table in the home. Making a floating candle is no more difficult than...

How To Make Christmas Cards

 
 
 
 
 
December 29, 2006
By Rachael Gerkensmeyer
Christmas cards are a wonderful way to keep in touch with friends and family while wishing them a great holiday season! Making your own Christmas cards is something fun and special...

How To Make Scented Candles

 
 
 
 
 
December 17, 2006
By L. Shepherd
Buying scented candles can be very expensive, especially strongly scented ones that retain their scent. Making a pillar candle at home costs no more than a few dollars and you...

How To Make Quilted Coasters

 
 
 
 
 
December 15, 2006
By Colleen Wells
Creating quilted coasters can be as easy or as difficult as you want. You can buy material either already quilted or with a quilted look. You can create a pieced top of your own...

How To Make a Dreidel

 
 
 
 
 
November 29, 2006
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By Brian McDonald
The dreidel game is one of the beloved pastimes of Hanukkah, and making a dreidel can be equally fun for people of all ages. In making a dreidel and playing the game, children...

How To Make a Disco Ball

 
 
 
 
 
November 28, 2006
By Staff Writer
Have you ever been to a party and seen a disco ball hanging from the ceiling? You might have thought to yourself, "I can't believe there's a disco ball here! It...

How To Make Hanukkah Gift Baskets

 
 
 
 
 
November 27, 2006
By Staff Writer
As with any holiday gift, a Hanukkah gift basket will be appreciated most when you cater to the interests and tastes of the recipient. Hanukkah provides some unique theme possibilities....

How To Decorate Christmas Ornaments

 
 
 
 
 
November 23, 2006
By Vanessa Raymond
A long, long time ago in a faraway place known as adolescence, I worked in a Christmas shop owned by a German couple. The dress code at the Christmas shop consisted of a dirndl,...

How To Make a Christmas Wreath

 
 
 
 
 
November 21, 2006
By Staff Writer
Nothing extends holiday cheer like a wonderful Christmas wreath hanging from your front door. Wreaths make versatile decorations as well, festively hanging around the house or...

How To Choose a Photography Studio

 
 
 
 
 
November 3, 2006
By Staff Writer
Many people, when choosing a photography studio, assume that all of them are basically the same and opt for the closest, most convenient one.  Others don't feel knowledgeable...

How To Create Thanksgiving Cards

 
 
 
 
 
November 1, 2006
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By Casey Nicholson
The Thanksgiving greeting card is not one of the most common greeting cards. It is not often that we all receive a "Happy Thanksgiving" card in the mail from Grandma....

How To Make a Christmas Photo Card

 
 
 
 
 
October 28, 2006
By Victoria Miller
As the Christmas season approaches, it's fun to touch base with your friends and send them a picture of your family. And in this age of digital cameras and the Internet, it's...
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